• Tue, March 18, 2025

by: CoinDesk

Tokenization Specialists Securitize and Ethena Unveil Institutional DeFi Blockchain

Securitize and Ethena Labs, two firms working closely with BlackRock's money market token BUIDL, have created an Ethereum-compatible blockchain called Converge, designed to house tokenized assets and provide institutional investors with the innovation of decentralized finance (DeFi).

by: Sharecast

Close Brothers shares tank as motor finance provisions lead to H1 loss

Close Brothers shares tanked on Tuesday after the merchant banking group swung to a heft loss in the first half on the back of a £165m provision for motor finance commissions.

by: Goodreturns

Manappuram Finance Eyes Fundraise On March 20 Board Meet; What Should Investors Expect?

Manappuram Finances share price surged during early trading on March 18 in preparation for its board meeting on March 20 to address the fundraising move. Manappuram Finances shares started Tuesday at Rs 213 on the BSE,

by: EquityBulls

Manba Finance Limited forms Strategic Alliances with BGauss Auto, Fin Coopers Capital, and ProsParity

Manba Finance Limited today announced forming a strategic alliance with BGauss Auto, Fin Coopers Capital, and ProsParity to drive India's shift towards sustainable mobility and empower the aspirations of customers across the country.

by: TechBullion

Qubetics Is Taking Over - Why It's the Best Crypto to Invest in March 2025 With AAVE And Tron in the Spotlight

When it comes to the best crypto to invest in March 2025, there's a lot of noise and options. But if you want to see your portfolio grow, you'll need to pick projects that truly stand out. One of the newest contenders gaining momentum is Qubetics ($TICS),

by: AOL

Trump and the expiration of the TCJA: Here's what's next for your tax bill

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a massive overhaul of the tax code, is set to expire at the end of 2025. Here's what could happen.

by: Moneycontrol

Urgent Loan Apps: How they work and other key details to check before borrowing

Need cash fast? Urgent loan apps provide quick approvals and instant disbursals, but it's important to compare interest rates and terms before borrowing. Here's what you need to know.

by: Monitor

Plan your business exit early

The partnership between an investor and entrepreneur always has an end time. Therefore, every entrepreneur, even before signing the investment contract, should have the exit in mind.

by: GlobalData

Novuna Business Finance partners with BBB for green asset finance pilot

The initiative under the Growth Guarantee Scheme aims to expand funding for SMEs investing in low-carbon assets.

by: Kiplinger

How Small Businesses Can Clear the Economic Hurdles Ahead

Shifting rules on taxes, trade and regulation are creating uncertainty for SMBs. Owners can overcome that by focusing on efficiency, flexibility and investment.

by: Fortune

Melinda French Gates says billionaires aren't 'a monolith,' and not all of them need to be on stage touting their accomplishments

Melinda French Gates cautioned the public against seeing billionaires as monoliths, saying instead she tried to raise her children with a sense of normality.

by: Bloomberg

Indonesian Stock Swoon Rattles Traders, Triggers Circuit Breaker

Indonesian markets reeled Tuesday, as concerns mounted over weakening consumer spending in Southeast Asia's largest economy and President Prabowo Subianto's populist measures.The Jakarta Composite Index slid as much as 7.

by: Zawya

Qatar's corporate finance revenue to exceed $192.30mln in 2025

This growth marks a promising phase for the country's economic development, reflecting the ongoing evolution of Qatar's financial landscape

by: Reuters

Deutsche Bank to give DWS first look at private credit deals

Deutsche Bank will give its asset management arm preferred access to private credit deals it originates, the companies said on Tuesday, as the German institutions look for an edge in the booming but increasingly competitive market.

by: Marketplace

Uncertainty drives gold to record prices

Gold has hit a record of $3,000 per ounce thanks to investor uncertainty surrounding the stock market and U.S. treasury.

by: GOBankingRates

Citi Flex Plan: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: Newsweek

IRS Form 7004: How To Get an Extension on Filing Business Income Tax

Businesses that need extra time to file their tax returns can request an automatic extension using IRS Form 7004, Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File Certain Business Income Tax, Information,

by: SmartAsset

Amortization vs. Depreciation: Differences and Examples

Amortization and depreciation are accounting methods used to allocate the cost of assets over their useful lives. Amortization applies to intangible assets like patents and trademarks. Depreciation deals with tangible assets like buildings,

by: Forbes

Today's Commodity Supercycle: What It Is, And Gold's Role In It

Such cycles, though different in nature and triggers, are shaped by geopolitical, economic and technological factors.

by: Alternet

'Business has been neglected': Longtime Tesla investor demands Elon Musk resign as CEO

Ross Gerber — one of the earliest investors in the Tesla electric vehicle company — is now calling on South African centibillionaire Elon Musk to step down from his role as chief executive. Gerber delivered his remarks on Sky News,

by: Cryptopolitan

Will 2025 Finally Be The Year The Cardano Price Crosses $4? ADA Rival Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Poised To Go From $0.02 To $5

Cardano (ADA) has gained 20% in the last weeks, as the price aims for the $1 mark while whale activities increased and excitement in the speculative movement grows. Speculation around the inclusion of ADA in U.

by: Insider

4 reasons why Tesla's 53% stock crash is accelerating today

Tesla's stock fell as much as 7% on Tuesday after Chinese rival BYD revealed new battery tech.

by: KETV

'Business as usual' for Nebraska's urban search and rescue team

NETF-1 is ready to respond to any future federal requests, but their main mission is being a resource for the state and people of Nebraska.

by: CNA

More residents found higher-skilled jobs in 2024 as resident employment grew: MOM

More residents were employed in growth sectors like financial services and information and communications, while resident employment fell in lower-skilled sectors.

by: CNN

Trump is claiming credit for plummeting egg costs. So why haven't you noticed lower prices?

The Trump administration is declaring victory for defeating a massive pain point for inflation-weary Americans: Egg prices are plunging.

by: UPI

Nvidia, GM announce strategic business partnership

General Motors Corp. and Nvidia officials have agreed to a business partnership that will help GM more efficiently produce current and next-generation vehicles.

by: Newsweek

US Business Leaders React To Trump's New Steel And Aluminum Tariffs

The 25 percent duties, which came into effect last week, have drawn concern from sectors reliant on the two metals.

by: Reuters

IndusInd International to list insurance units of Reliance Capital in 2-3 years

IndusInd International Holdings (IIHL) on Tuesday said it will list the insurance units of Reliance Capital in two to three years, after it completed the transaction to buy the financial services firm.

by: Forbes

Labor: The Most Persistent Global Supply Chain Threat

Labor challenges and operational bottlenecks plague our supply chains like they have for years, but the nature and scope of these difficulties continue to evolve.

by: Cryptopolitan

Dune Analytics and Artemis stablecoin report on supply, adoption and market trends

by: Fortune

Bill Gates says Satya Nadella was 'almost' passed over for Microsoft CEO role

Bill Gates said he always backed Satya Nadella to lead Microsoft, but the current CEO was "almost" passed over in the succession process.

by: Bloomberg

Vietnam at 'Real' Risk of New US Tariffs, US Business Group Says

The Trump administration could slap new tariffs on Vietnamese goods as a tool to rebalance trade between the US and the Southeast Asian Country, U.S.-Asean Business Council President and Chief Executive Officer Ted Osius said at a Hanoi briefing.

by: Insider

Frank founder Charlie Javice doesn't want her jury to know she once called her codefendant 'the best partner in crime'

Charlie Javice is on trial in federal court in New York. Prosecutors say she tricked JPMorgan Chase into paying $175M for her startup.

by: Fortune

Wall Street sell-off is actually being caused by warped expectations vs reality, says JPMorgan strategy boss

While some investors may be watching the headlines and wringing their hands, those bullish on the U.S. are seeing the downturn as an opportunity. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, for example, said he views current market conditions as a chance to snap up stocks at a reduced rate.

by: Cryptopolitan

Tax rules in Germany require crypto investors to keep record of transactions

by: Reuters

Which global CEOs will be at China Development Forum and potential Xi meet?

Dozens of foreign CEOs will visit Beijing this month for a flagship business conference and some will meet with President Xi Jinping, as China seeks to attract foreign investment to offset U.S. tariffs and sluggish domestic consumption.

by: Forbes

AI Agents: From Inception To Today

AI's growing role in business and society demands a deeper understanding of their history, capabilities and limitations.

by: Insider

Elon Musk says Larry Ellison and Jeff Bezos are among the smartest people he's ever met

In a podcast interview with Republican Sen. Ted Cruz, Musk name-dropped three tech leaders when asked about the smartest guy he's ever met.

by: Insider

Nvidia unveils its big bets at the 'Super Bowl of AI'

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is headlining the opening keynote at the GTC 2025 Developers Conference, the company's AI Super Bowl.

by: Forbes

Adapting To Geopolitical Shifts And New Technologies With B2B Payments

As leaders within finance and venture, I believe we have a unique opportunity to foster innovations and support solutions that can solve complex financial challenges.

by: Reuters

Hedge funds, pharma CEOs on list of attendees for China business summit

Dozens of foreign CEOs will visit Beijing this month for a flagship business conference and some will meet with President Xi Jinping, as China seeks to attract foreign investment to offset U.S. tariffs and sluggish domestic consumption.

by: Forbes

Mind The Gap: Addressing The Finance And Accounting Talent Gap In 2025

Accounting firms and organizations dependent on skilled financial professionals need to act now, devising proactive strategies to navigate this challenge.

by: Reuters

G7 finance ministers discussed global trade, economic growth in virtual meeting

The finance ministers from the Group of Seven economic powers discussed issues including global trade, competitiveness, and economic growth in a virtual meeting on Monday, the Canadian finance ministry said in a statement.

by: Insider

What is the FDIC? Safeguarding Your Money in the Banking System

Learn what the FDIC is, how it protects your bank deposits, and why it's important for U.S. banks. We also cover what you need to know about the FDIC.

by: Insider

Upgrade Checking and Savings Account Review 2025: Features, Benefits, and Alternatives

Explore the fintech platform Upgrade in 2025. We provide expert insights on its cash-back checking account and two high-yield savings accounts.

by: Forbes

Smart Strategies For Improving Cost Control, Efficiency And Sustainable Growth

Maximize efficiency and cut costs with smart AI, automation, and cloud strategies. Discover how FIS achieved sustainable growth with these solutions!

by: Insider

Nvidia shows off 'Blue' robot and reveals road map for next-generation Rubin AI chips at GTC 2025

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is headlining the opening keynote at the GTC 2025 Developers Conference, the company's AI Super Bowl.

by: Insider

Crypto rewards credit cards available in 2025: Earn crypto rewards on your everyday spending

Crypto rewards credit cards are a trade off — but if you believe prices will continue to rise, it's one worth considering.

Urgent Loan Apps: How they work and other key details to check before borrowing

Need cash fast? Urgent loan apps provide quick approvals and instant disbursals, but it's important to compare interest rates and terms before borrowing. Here's what you need to know.
The article from Moneycontrol discusses the functionality and considerations of urgent loan apps in India. These apps provide quick access to small loans, typically ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1 lakh, with repayment periods from 7 days to 3 months. They operate by requiring users to download the app, register with personal details, and undergo a credit check, often using alternative data like social media profiles or mobile usage patterns due to the lack of traditional credit history among many users. Key details to check before borrowing include the app's legitimacy, terms of service, interest rates which can be very high (up to 36% per annum or more), hidden charges, repayment flexibility, privacy policies, and customer reviews. The article warns about the risks of data misuse, aggressive recovery tactics, and the potential for these apps to lead users into a debt trap due to high costs and short repayment windows. It advises potential borrowers to thoroughly research and understand the terms before committing to a loan from these apps.

Read the Full Moneycontrol Article at:
https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/personal-finance/urgent-loan-apps-how-they-work-and-other-key-details-to-check-before-borrowing-12966417.html